NFL commissioner Roger Goodell just informed clubs in a memo that club facilities will remain closed indefinitely and the league will conduct a “fully virtual” draft, with club personnel separately located in their homes. pic.twitter.com/28t2kNnLAI
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) April 6, 2020
Businesses around the world are having to make major changes to their operations in light of the coronavirus outbreak and the National Football League is no different.
In an effort to ensure the safety of all involved, NFL commission Roger Goodell has now confirmed the 2020 NFL Draft will be a “fully virtual” experience.
Goodell sent a memo out to all 32 teams Monday afternoon informing them league facilities will remain closed and coaches and general managers will be making their selections this season remotely.
“All Clubs will not have access to their facilities, which is contrary to the fundamental equity principle that all clubs operate in a consistent and fair way,” Goodell noted in the memo.
Teams will now likely be scrambling to put the necessary technology in place before the draft kicks off on April 23. It’s safe to say we can expect a glitch or two this year as everyone attempts to adjust to the new format in record time.
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